"The obvious choices are C/PF Karl-Anthony Towns and PG Jalen Brunson. Fantasy managers invested early in drafts because the former averaged 46.6 fantasy points last season, and the latter finished at 43.3 points. Nothing against SF/SG Mikal Bridges, SF/SG Josh Hart or SF/PF OG Anunoby, but they each seemed a bit overrated in this season's drafts. Hey, they are the Knicks, and everyone is paying attention to them. Are they overrated today? Well, things have changed."
"For example, the best thing Bridges brought to a fantasy team last season was his durability. His scoring was down, in part because he attempted fewer shots per game, and while everyone acknowledges he plays terrific defense, fantasy managers lacked statistical proof of it. Last season, Bridges averaged fewer than one steal per game. This season, Bridges is one of four players (and the most valuable one) averaging at least 2.0 SPG. His rebounds, assists and 3-pointers are up, even in fewer minutes."
Each NBA week brings surprises that force fantasy managers to decide what to believe moving forward. Four New York Knicks have legitimate paths to top-25 fantasy value this season, led by established scorers and improved role players. Karl-Anthony Towns averaged 46.6 fantasy points last season and Jalen Brunson finished at 43.3, making them obvious fantasy anchors. Mikal Bridges improved from durability into elite defensive production, raising steals, rebounds, assists and 3-pointers even in fewer minutes. Josh Hart slipped in production as a reserve, averaging 9.9 PPG, 6.6 RPG and 4.5 APG in 14 games off the bench.
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